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PL16 XPT

2016 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,874 mi
Last recorded55,874 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Swift37,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL16 XPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 55,874 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 53,550 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 51,623 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 47,855 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 16,697 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 16,697 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 44,423 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 44,423 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 37,150 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 24,233 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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PL16 XPT is a 2016 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 37,191 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL16 XPT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PL16 XPT?

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What year was PL16 XPT registered?

PL16 XPT is a 2016 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 July 2016.

Is PL16 XPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL16 XPT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PL16 XPT have outstanding finance?

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